Description:ColonialWebb is seeking an experienced Workforce Planning & Development Leader to support our large-scale construction operations by evaluating, deploying, and optimizing skilled trades talent across multiple job sites. This role is critical to ensuring the right craft professionals are assigned to the right projects at the right time-supporting safety, productivity, quality, and schedule performance across our Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing construction teams.
Based in Richmond, VA, this position works closely with Operations leadership, project teams, and field supervision to manage a large workforce of approximately 800 skilled craft professionals. The ideal candidate brings deep superintendent experience on complex projects, strong judgment in talent evaluation, and a commitment to developing and maintaining a high-performing field workforce.
Perks of joining ColonialWebb:- Competitive salary
- Career development and progression
- 401(k) plan with company match
- PTO and paid holidays
- Excellent medical, dental, life, vision and disability benefits
- Employee Assistance Program
- Employee referral incentives
A day in the life:- Evaluate skilled trades personnel through interviews, field observations, and performance history to determine appropriate job placement
- Assign craft professionals to projects based on skill level, experience, certifications, project needs, and manpower plans
- Partner with Operations leadership and project teams to support workforce planning for current and upcoming construction projects
- Develop and maintain 3-, 6-, and 12-month workforce forecasts aligned with business needs
- Translate project schedules into labor demand plans by trade and skill level
- Support large, complex job sites, including data centers and other mission-critical facilities
- Collaborate with Superintendents, Project Managers, HR, and field leadership to address staffing needs, performance concerns, and workforce adjustments
- Identify workforce gaps and support recruiting strategies, hiring events, trade school partnerships, and candidate pipeline development
- Promote ColonialWebb's culture of safety, accountability, craftsmanship, and respect across all field operations
- Identify high-potential craft professionals for leadership development and succession planning opportunities
You should have:- 10+ years of experience as a Superintendent on large, complex construction projects
- Strong background in Mechanical, Electrical, and/or Plumbing construction
- Experience managing and supporting large craft workforces
- Data center construction experience strongly preferred
- Proven ability to assess craft skill levels, leadership potential, and job readiness
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively across all levels of the organization
- Strong organizational skills and sound decision-making abilities
- Bilingual (English/Spanish) required
- Deep commitment to jobsite safety, quality, and productivity
- Ability to work from the Richmond, VA area with regular engagement across multiple job sites
Apply online: www.ColonialWebb.com/careers.
